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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Johannesburg.R 8,313 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,313, select.

Johannesburg.R 8,476 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,476, select.

Johannesburg.R 9,089 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Sydney on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,089, select.

Johannesburg.R 9,475 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Sydney on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,475, select.

Johannesburg.R 9,587 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Sydney on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,587, select.

Johannesburg.R 9,685 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Sydney on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,685, select.

Johannesburg.R 9,961 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Sydney on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,961, select.

Johannesburg.R 10,096 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,096, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Direct flights from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Johannesburg below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Sydney to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 8,313
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	14 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	5

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is R 13,549. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

14 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Which airlines fly direct from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

Qantas flies direct from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

How many flights are there a week from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

As of October 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Thursday, 12 February 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 40 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Johannesburg?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo with?

Currently, Singapore Airlines and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is 14 hours 35 minutes.
Johannesburg is nine hours behind Sydney and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Choose from eight weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flights. The 09:30 departure with Qantas is the earliest available. Qantas operates the latest service of the day at 10:30.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to JNB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Qantas has direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Johannesburg — and maybe even more of South Africa if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Qantas.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for SYD to JNB flights is Qantas.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SYD and JNB:
- Changi International Airport
- Hong Kong International Airport
- Abu Dhabi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

At the moment, R 8,313 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 13,549. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SYD to JNB.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SYD to JNB.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, 69.62% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SYD:

Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Consider booking a hotel close to JNB if you're catching a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and see more of Johannesburg and beyond.
Reserving your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Johannesburg. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to JNB sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

Johannesburg is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. About 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another standout destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without seeing 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.